Baton Rouge Alliance for Students

10/13/2026

Thank you for the feature, WBRZ Channel 2! 👏 And thank you to the 13 candidates who were able to participate, our attendees, Louisiana Association of Business and Industry - LABI for hosting, and Clay Young for moderating!

Voters in East Baton Rouge Parish had a direct opportunity to engage with the 14 candidates running for the local school board during a community forum aimed at shaping the future of public education across the district.

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10/13/2026

Local education is on the ballot this year—and leadership matters.

The leaders we elect make decisions that shape what happens in our schools and classrooms, from how resources are invested to the opportunities available to students.

Plan ahead and make your voice heard:

✅ **Voter Registration Deadline:** Tuesday, Oct. 13 (online through GeauxVote)
✅ **Early Voting:** Oct. 20–27, 8:30 a.m.–6 p.m. (No early voting Sunday, Oct. 25)
🗳️ **Election Day:** Nov. 3

Leadership matters. Your voice matters. And our students’ futures matter.

10/12/2026

Today, on Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor the history, cultures, and lasting contributions of Indigenous peoples and communities across Louisiana and our nation.

We recognize the importance of ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn about the diverse histories, cultures, and perspectives that have shaped our communities.

10/12/2026

Local education is on the ballot this year—and leadership matters.

The leaders we elect make decisions that shape what happens in our schools and classrooms, from how resources are invested to the opportunities available to students.

Plan ahead and make your voice heard:

✅ **Voter Registration Deadline:** Tomorrow, Oct. 13 (online through GeauxVote)

10/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended the Alliance Action's Candidate Forum for the EBR School Board at Louisiana Association of Business and Industry - LABI, moderated by Clay Young! Community members heard candidates' top priorities, why they're running, and what they plan to accomplish if elected.

Election day is November 3, and early voting is October 20-27. Geaux vote!

Thank you again to the 13 candidates that participated for sharing your vision and viewpoints and putting yourselves forward for public service.

10/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended the Alliance Action's Candidate Forum for the EBR School Board at Louisiana Association of Business and Industry - LABI and on Facebook live. Moderated by Clay Young, the forum offered a space for community members to hear from each of the 13 candidates who attended about their top priorities, why they're running, and what they plan to accomplish if elected.

Thank you again to all the candidates for offering yourselves up for public service, and to our community members and stakeholders for being engaged for the students of Baton Rouge.

Election day is November 3, and early voting is October 20-27. Geaux vote!

10/08/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our 2026 Community Building Grants recipients!

Each year, the Baton Rouge Alliance for Students invests in organizations doing important, on-the-ground work to support Baton Rouge students and families. This year, we’re proud to support 14 organizations working across our community to expand out-of-school opportunities, strengthen families, empower young people, and help students thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

👏 Congratulations to:

Baton Rouge Youth Mentoring Program
BeWell Foundation
Disability Rights Louisiana
Dolly Diamonds
EBRP Child Nutrition Program – Summer Feeding
Envisionbr
Exceptional Lives
Fathers On A Mission (FOAM)
Interfaith Federation of Greater Baton Rouge
Mary's Hands Network
Project 70805
Sons of Thunder
The Gardere Initiative
Youth Oasis

We’re proud to invest in the people and organizations working every day to make Baton Rouge stronger for our students and families. 💙

10/06/2026

🎤 🚨 Have you registered for the Candidate Forum TOMORROW, October 7th? The East Baton Rouge School Board Candidate Forum is a chance for you to meet the candidates, hear their policies, and ask questions!

Registration is free - sign up at our link in bio. And make sure to follow us on Facebook to view a livestream of the event!

Thank you for having us! CYS Clay Young

10/05/2026

Congratulations to CHANGEMAKERS alumna Hannah Fontenot on her recent appointment as the Louisiana State Director for Miss All American! 🥳

10/05/2026

Today is World Teachers’ Day! 🌎🍎

To the incredible teachers across East Baton Rouge Parish: thank you for showing up every day to inspire, encourage, challenge, and support our students. The work you do in classrooms today helps shape the future of our entire community—and we are grateful for all you do.